Piping Estimator

Century Contractors, LLC; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in North Carolina is seeking an estimator responsible for preparing accurate quotes for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have about 2 years of relevant experience and strong skills in communicating with vendors and subcontractors. Knowledge of estimating software is highly encouraged. This full-time position requires a team-oriented individual dedicated to ensuring timely and precise estimates. Candidates who can effectively interpret complex project documents will excel in this role.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in estimating or related field.
• Ability to interpret contracts, scopes of work, and blueprints.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate full estimates for large projects.
• Review RFQs, RFPs and bid documents.
• Ensure estimates are accurate and timely.

Skills

Team player

Ability to read and interpret documents

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of estimating software

Experience with cost control

Detailed labor and material take-offs

Education

2 years of related experience or equivalent education

Tools

Quick-pen software or similar

Job description

Primary Purpose

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on large and complex projects as required by client’s documents and providing complete conceptual and total bid price.

Principal Duties And Accountabilities

• Reviewing and evaluating RFQs, RFPs and Bid Documents
• Developing RFIs for inconsistencies and missing information in the contract documents
• Ensuring timely completion of estimates
• Reviewing estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
• Develop pertinent clarifications and exclusions
• Reviewing construction documents and understanding scope of work to bid
• Executing Quick-pen take-offs of construction documents
• Obtaining pricing for materials
• Obtaining bids and verifying scope from subcontractors
• Preparing cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and other direct costs incurred for the installation of items
• Making an estimate where predetermined standard(s) are not available
• Informing immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted item or computer database
• Update computer database labor and materials
• Developing and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Attending departmental meetings as required
• Print documents and plans
• Develop relationships with vendors and subcontractors
• Project turnover manuals

Skills & Requirements

• Being a team player
• 2 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and expertise
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bid front ends, scopes of work, blueprints, safety programs, QA/QC manuals
• Speak effectively before groups of clients or employees
• Knowledge of Quick-pen software (or similar estimating systems) is strongly encouraged
• Experience with estimating techniques and cost control
• Ability to perform detailed labor and material take-offs

Key Performance Indicators

• Accurate bid quotations and thorough estimates
• Key relationships built with subcontractors and vendors
• Teambuilding within the department and other business units
• Estimated cost vs. actual cost